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Instruction manual
EK 135L
HE.13451_A © 01/2013 R&D-2
Description
The EK135L Battery-powered, High-speed Crimping
Tool is a hand-held, self-contained crimping tool
intended to crimp aluminum and copper connectors
onto electrical cable.
This tool has a retraction stop feature which allows the
operator to stop the retraction motion of the ram to
shorten cycle time.
This tool is protected by U.S. Patent No. 6,206,663,
6,276,186, 6,401,515, and 6,718,870.
Safety
Safety is essential in the use and maintenance of
Klauke tools and equipment. This manual and any mark-
ings on the tool provide information for avoiding hazards
and unsafe practices related to the use of this tool.
Observe all of the safety information provided.
Purpose of this Manual
This manual is intended to familiarize all personnel with
the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the
following Klauke tool:
EK135L
Battery-powered Crimping Tool
Keep this manual available to all personnel.
Replacement manuals are available upon request at
no charge at www.klauke.com.
Do not discard this product or throw away!
For recycling information, go to www.klauke.com.
KEEP THIS MANUAL
Table of Contents
Description ..................................................................... 2
Safety ............................................................................. 2
Purpose of this Manual .................................................. 2
Important Safety Information ..................................... 3–4
Identifi cation ................................................................... 5
Specifi cations ................................................................. 5
Adapter Kits ................................................................ 6–8
Setup .............................................................................. 8
Operation .................................................................. 9–10
Die Selection ................................................................ 11
Connector Selection ..................................................... 11
Maintenance ................................................................. 12
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 13
